Brandon is the founder of Concealed Nation and is an avid firearm enthusiast, with a particular interest in responsible concealed carry. His EDC is a Glock 27 that holds Hornady…

Brandon is the founder of Concealed Nation and is an avid firearm enthusiast, with a particular interest in responsible concealed carry. His EDC is a Glock 27 that holds Hornady 165 gr FTX Critical Defense rounds, and rides comfortably in an Alien Gear Cloak Tuck 3.0 holster.

At the NRA convention this year, Smith & Wesson introduced a new pistol to their line of M&P firearms. They showcased a slightly larger M&P Shield in .45 acp. Immediately, the CCW world was buzzing about the new 45 Shield due to it’s larger caliber offering…

The Browning Hi-Power has a special appeal for me. The slim, sculpted slide and gracefully curved backstrap look simply great. The grip seems to fit my hand perfectly. The Hi-Power points just where I want it to. The gun has been around since 1935, has served in…

This is a guest post from Dieter Heren, owner of Saltwater & Gunpowder. He can also be found on Facebook and Twitter.
I'm sure that almost all of you have a gun cleaner/lubricant like Hoppes or Rem Oil that you like and use, and likely don't…

The Beretta Nano; a 9mm pocket rocket with a sleek design from a reliable company. It is Beretta's first-ever striker-fired pistol. How does it hold up as a good option for concealed carry? Let's find out!
Size
The Nano comes in a 5.6" in length, 4.17" in…